There were 35 officers in our 1950 class and five of us are all that remain.  Jesse was known as "Pic" and he was as likable as anyone I've ever met.  We became friends and remained so until the day he died.  I shall miss him and have fond memories of him until the day I die. My deepest sympathy to all the family.Frank Arthur

When we remember Jesse we think of 2 characteristics- a true gentleman and one considerate of others.We always enjoyed chatting with him on our morning walks.  Particularly we remember one day when he was almost home and we were just starting down Caliquen. He mentioned that we had better hurry because it looked like rain and we both when on our way.  When we were about half way around it started to pour rain.  Within a minute here came Jesse in his car to drive us home.  That's the kind of thoughtful and considerate neighbor he was.  We will miss seeing him in Hernando Oaks.

Jesse was a number one official a leader of men as a Captain on the US Park Police. He was always pleasant and nice to talk with. Rest in Peace Jesse. Your friend Tony Ferraro

Dear Emma Lou and Family,Jesse was an Officer and a Gentleman. He was my supervisor for more than a year in the 1972-1973 time frame. He was a good motivator, and always had a smile on his face. I will miss the telephone conversations Jesse and I had every few months in recent years. His voice and personality seemed the same to me last month as they did in 1973. I invited Jesse and Emma Lou to attend our Annual Get Together held at the Hyatt/Dulles Hotel in September this year. Jesse said they would really like to come, but they could not find anyone they could count on to watch after Ami while they were away. Ami is their precious little dog. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.Rest In Peace Jesse, Charlie  

Dear Emma Lou and Pickeral Family,It is with great sadness to read about the passing of a fellow U.S. Park Police Horse Mounted Police Officer.Although I never had the privilege to meet Jesse during my term of service on the department, I would have enjoyed learning more about the times in which he served and the many stories I am confident he had to share.  I am confident that I could have learned much from him, as well as fellow officers.May Jesse continue to smile and pave new trails out on the horizon with his beautiful Morgans...With deepest condolences,Ginny LoRetired, Horse Mounted PatrolU.S. Park Police 

Emma Lou and family:Just want to extend my deepest sympathy to you all.  I had a wonderful conversation with Jesse at the Eye Institute this past year while we were both in the waiting room.  He was a special person and neighbor.  God Bless You All!Patsy Giella

Dear Pickeral Family:When I learned of Jesse's death I was filled with a deep sadness as I do with the passing of each of my brothers in law-enforcement that I worked with.  I pray you will find comfort in knowing that he lived a happy and joyful life.  He was a man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him and had the pleasure of working with him on the U. S. Park Police.  My deepest sympathy to you and your family.Bob Harvey, V.P. Retired U. S. park Police Association.

My sincere sympathy to all the family on the passing of Jesse.  I had the pleasure of working with Jessie on the United States Park Police from 1959 when I entered the Force until his retirement.  Jesse always made the USPP proud in everything he did.  I will never forget his remarkable smile.Denny Sorah, Retired Deputy ChiefU. S. Park Police

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Jesse Norman Pickeral, Jr.

June 20, 1925 – November 9, 2013

Merritt Funeral Home

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